Public Works Equipment Operator, Light or Heavy - Road Department

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Deschutes County Road Department is responsible for the development, operation, and maintenance of the County road system, comprising approximately 900 miles of roadway. Our Mission:
We strive to maintain the quality and improve the experience for all users of the Deschutes County transportation system.

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provides County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big‑city opportunities and small‑town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

This position performs a variety of road maintenance activities ranging from manual labor tasks, traffic control, and operation of light to heavy automotive, road maintenance, and construction equipment. The Public Works Equipment Operator will operate a variety of medium to large‑sized trucks, tractors, trailers, and equipment involving the manipulation of auxiliary controls as well as perform a wide variety of manual tasks associated with departmental operations and maintenance.

• Care, maintenance, and safe operation of hand‑operated power tools including chainsaws and jackhammers.
• Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Perform the essential duties of the job.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others at all times.

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Experience and skills in heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to perform general equipment care and maintenance tasks.
• Maintaining records.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Skill in:

• Working in a cooperative team environment including working with site attendants and other equipment operators to achieve daily goals and objectives in a safe and efficient manner.
• Interact with the public in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Safe driving practices.

* This posting is not meant to be an all‑inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

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$4,354.17 to $5,557.25 per month for a 172.67 hour work month.

$5,040.57 to $6,433.18 per month for a 172.67 hour work month.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union‑represented position is available immediately.

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on‑site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time‑off (14‑18 hours/month to start, pro‑rated for part‑time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please  for full benefit details.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent;
• AND one (1) year of relevant experience;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent;
• AND three (3) years of relevant experience;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Must be in possession of a Class A Commercial Driver's License.

• Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.

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